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California Quail, The California State Bird: Now Forming Coveys

10,000 Birds

All New World Quail are highly gregarious, typically found in coveys or flocks except during breeding season. At this age, they are also able to make short flights, a highly desirable trait for game birds. During non-breeding season the call initiates the covey’s departure from the roosting site.